Which of the following is the electron configuration of an excited state of an iron atom A) [Ar]4s²3d⁷ B) [Ar]4s²3d⁶ C) [Ar]4s²3d⁸ D) [Ar]4s¹3d⁷ E) [Ar]4s¹3d⁵

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The correct notation for electron configurations does not include "S", "U", "P" in the manner presented in the options. However, interpreting the question as looking for an excited state, option D suggests an electron has been excited from the 4s orbital to a higher energy level, which is a characteristic of an excited state.

Which of the Following Is the Electron Configuration of an Excited